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#ExcingInternshipOpportunity #CBMIreland #ProgrammeIntern CBM Ireland is looking for an energetic individual who is interested in disability equality and international development. As part of a small yet enthusiastic programmes team, the intern will support in identifying new funding opportunities, support proposal development, lead on the development of high-quality case studies as well as supporting in reporting processes. As a result of the internship the intern will increase their knowledge and competencies in disability inclusive programming. Find out more here https://www.cbm.ie/careers. Closing date: 11 December. #internship #disabilityinclusionprogramming #jobfairy #apply

This is Meghnath’s story.⁠ ⁠ Meghnath is a six-year-old boy from West Bengal, full of life and curiosity. He loves to play with his friends, help his family, and dream about the future. But for over a year, those simple joys were slipping away from him. ⁠ ⁠ A bad fall left Meghnath with cataracts in both eyes, and ⁠soon he struggled to see anything at all.⁠ ⁠ His father, Gopinath, noticed something was terribly wrong. Meghnath was bumping into things, holding objects close to his face, and falling often. ⁠ ⁠ He couldn’t keep up with other children and had to stop going to school. ⁠ ⁠ “I don’t earn much,” Gopinath told us. “My family is just surviving, and I couldn’t afford the surgery Meghnath needed. We were all so worried.”⁠ Meghnath was at risk of losing his sight completely.⁠ ⁠ Meghnath’s family had heard about CBM’s work and made the long journey to Biratnagar Eye Hospital. The doctors confirmed the diagnosis: cataracts in both eyes. without surgery, Meghnath was at risk of losing his sight completely.

Just one day after his surgery, something incredible happened. As the nurse removed the bandage from his right eye, Meghnath blinked and looked up at his father’s face.⁠ ⁠ —⁠ ⁠ 450 million children globally suffer from treatable sight conditions. Many go blind because they cannot afford the treatment.⁠ ⁠ Help us change that.⁠ ⁠ #cbm #cataracts #charity #savingsight #eyehealth

🌍 Who Leads on Disability Rights? This insightful article explores the critical question of who leads on disability rights and highlights the importance of prioritizing inclusion in policymaking, development programs, and community efforts. 💡 Dive into the discussion and discover how we can all play a part in driving change for a more equitable and accessible world. 👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eNywYqnw Let’s continue to champion the rights of people with disabilities and ensure that no one is left behind. #DisabilityRights #Inclusion #Leadership #CBMIreland

#ExcingInternshipOpportunity with #CBMIreland #ProgrammeIntern CBM Ireland is looking for an energetic individual who is interested in disability equality and international development. As part of a small yet enthusiastic programmes team, the intern will support in identifying new funding opportunities, support proposal development, lead on the development of high-quality case studies as well as supporting in reporting processes. As a result of the internship the intern will increase their knowledge and competencies in disability inclusive programming. Find out more here https://www.cbm.ie/careers. Closing date: 11 December. #internship #disabilityinclusionprogramming #jobfairy #apply

*HOLD THE LINE* The Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe network are still in Baku in large numbers - fighting in every corridor, bilateral and huddle - to get an ambitious deal at #COP29 There is still time for rich countries to find ways to #PayUP

At #COP29 our colleague Kwame Andrews Daklo from Africa Albinism Network joined CBM Global Disability Inclusion delegation to amplify their petition to reinstate sunscreen on the World Health Organization List of Essential Medications! CBM Ireland is honoured to support this important climate justice campaign along with Africa Albinism Network, The Fund for Global Human Rights, Global Greengrants Fund and Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe. #DisabilityInclusion #COP #climatejustice #fundingfairerfuture

Watch now! Our colleague Kwame Andrews Daklo from Africa Albinism Network, reflecting on his experience at #COP29Baku 🌍 , where he joins climate justice movements to urge global leaders to recognise that people with #disabilities, including those with #albinism, are among the most marginalised communities affected by #climatechange. View here: https://shorturl.at/wm6nr We thank our allies CBM UK, CBM Global Disability Inclusion, Global Greengrants Fund, European Disability Forum, Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe for their generous support and cooperation!

With thanks to the generous support of Electric Aid, in June this year we launched our Preventing Childhood Blindness Project in Madagascar, which is a pilot project we are implementing in two districts of Vakinankaratra Region. Childhood blindness is a devastating condition, especially in regions where medical resources are limited. In Madagascar, many children are at risk of losing their sight simply because their conditions go undiagnosed and untreated. The project’s main objective is straightforward: make sure that eye diseases in newborns and young children are caught early and treated promptly. But to achieve this, the local healthcare system needs to be equipped with both the knowledge and the tools required for effective screening. One of the most exciting aspects of this project is the use of the Arclight —a low-cost, solar-powered device that combines an ophthalmoscope, loupe, and otoscope in one pocket-sized gadget. So far we have trained 98 out of a planned 150 healthcare workers—including nurses, midwives, and doctors—on how to use the Arclight and detect early signs of eye diseases. A number of those 98 healthcare workers have already trained their teams in how to use the Arclight and have started screening babies who have been brought in for vaccinations. Over the course of the project, more than 30,000 children will be screened. Watch this short video to learn more:  https://lnkd.in/edpUWbTb Let's explore how we can create a custom partnership that aligns with your company’s values and objectives. Contact us at info@cbm.ie or call +353 1 873 0300 to start the conversation. Together, we can build a future where everyone is included.

We are at COP29 Azerbaijan, working with our partners and allies, promoting disability-inclusive climate justice.

CBM Ireland is thrilled to invite you to our official side event at COP29: "An Open Circle - Inclusively Designing and Financing NDCs: Perspectives from Latin America and Europe." 📅 Date: 20 November 2024 🕓 Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm (7:30am – 9:00am GMT) Co-hosted by CBM Ireland, CBM UK, International Disability Alliance (IDA), @Climate Action Network Latin America (CANLA), and Climate Action Network Europe (CAN-E), this event will focus on the crucial importance of inclusivity, equity, and disability awareness in the design, implementation, and financing of Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). The session will feature government officials from the Ireland, Colombia, and UK, along with insights from recently published shadow NDC reports, offering actionable recommendations and a strong call to action. Sign up here to attend in person in Baku, or to access the recording released by UNFCCC: https://lnkd.in/eXR3eVDR